Recreation Therapist - Bso Lead- Full Time - Hamilton

Extendicare Hamilton

Hamilton, Canada
Not specified
Behavioural supports ontario (bso)
Older adults with responsive behaviours
Interprofessional team model
Extendicare Hamilton is seeking a full-time Recreation Therapist to lead initiatives within the Behavioural Supports Ontario (BSO) framework, aimed at enhancing the quality of life for older adults with responsive behaviors. The ideal candidate will possess relevant qualifications, including a Therapeutic Recreation degree and experience working with older adults in various care settings

Job Summary

  • This position will hold multiple accountabilities to Extendicare Hamilton, HNHB BSO, and Ontario Health West.
  • Plan, facilitate and implement purposeful individualized therapeutic recreation founded on interest, need and ability in accordance with established policies.
  • We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Extendicare Hamilton is seeking a full-time Recreation Therapist to lead initiatives within the Behavioural Supports Ontario (BSO) framework, aimed at enhancing the quality of life for older adults with responsive behaviors. The ideal candidate will possess relevant qualifications, including a Therapeutic Recreation degree and experience working with older adults in various care settings.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Behavioural Supports Ontario (BSO)
  • older adults with responsive behaviours
  • interprofessional team model
  • quality improvement initiatives
  • electronic documentation
  • cultural diversity awareness

Nice-to-have

  • positive person-family centred values
  • flexibility and adaptability
  • collaborative nature
  • non-stigmatizing communication
  • advocate on behalf of BSO

Key Requirements

  • Therapeutic Recreation degree/diploma
  • Membership with TRO/CTRA
  • Registered Recreation Therapist certification
  • 3–5 years clinical experience
  • Experience with dementia/responsive behaviours

Work Rights

Not specified

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